The Cliff Overlook and the Creek Overlook

Atelier Scale has been engaged in ecological design practices in the Kunyu Mountain National Nature Reserve for almost a decade. In contrast to the traditional top-down approach seen in typical scenic areas, where overall planning precedes detailed design, this approach is bottom-up. It starts with individual designs and then involves a "reverse" process, providing feedback to the planning level.The Cliff Overlook and the Creek Overlook both derive from the distinctive features of the site, exhibiting a strong sense of locality. The design of these two viewing platforms not only adheres to the design system the team has established for the nature reserve but also incorporates customized design based on the specific conditions of the site. Simultaneously, to ensure low-impact construction, dynamic adjustments and updates have been consistently maintained throughout the entire construction.